03/06/2026
While its an ‘off year’ for the biennial Whittingon Open Gardens event, one special garden at Crossroads on Huddlesford Lane, Whittington will be open to visitors from 11am - 5pm on Saturday 20th June - for one day only.
On display will be an acre and a half of stunning wildlife-friendly perennial meadows, (usually full of bees and butterflies), some with native wildlflowers, others with more exotic specimens. Add to this a pond, an orchard of 50 heritage fruit trees, wild areas, interesting shrubs, a polytunnel, and a small copse of horse chestnut and pine trees and you will understand its not your average garden!
The meadow, orchard, pond and copse are complemented by a traditional flower garden with roses and flower borders.
The entrance to the house and garden is on Huddlesford Lane - the first entrance on the left leaving Back Lane. Parking should be possible on Back Lane or Chapel Lane, but visitors are encouraged to come on foot, bike or public transport wherever possible. While wheelchair users are welcome please note that the paths are rather uneven and access to some areas may be difficult.
Entrance for 16 year olds and over is £4 and for under 16s free. All proceeds will go to Whittington and Fisherwick Environment Group to fund our nature friendly projects across the parish – including Swan Meadow, Jubilee Community Orchard, Main St troughs - and more in the pipeline
